Public Administration, Minor

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Program Overview

Public Administration, Minor

The Public Administration Minor is your fast track to learning the essential policy, management, and leadership skills needed to run government agencies or non-profit organizations effectively. By covering everything from local issues to Global Institutions, this minor adds powerful and highly marketable public service expertise to any bachelor’s degree.

Credits Required
At least 12 credits

Minor

Description

Do you have big ideas about how local government should work, or how non-profits can better serve their communities? Adding the Public Administration Minor to your degree is a smart way to learn the how-to of public service!

This minor teaches you the essential management, policy, and leadership skills needed to run organizations that serve the public good. You’ll get a foundational look at Public Service, then choose courses that interest you—whether that’s Fiscal Administration (managing budgets), Non-profit Management, understanding Public Policy, or even exploring Global Institutions. This minor is perfect for anyone wanting to boost their resume with skills that are always needed by cities, agencies, and community groups!

Minor

Requirements

Required Core Course (3 Credits)

You must complete the following course:

  • PA 103 – Introduction to Public Service and Administration

Elective Courses (Minimum 9 Credits)
You must earn at least 9 credits (usually 3 courses) by selecting from the following wide range of Public Administration courses. This lets you customize the minor to your interests!

Course Focus Examples (Choose 3 Total)

  • Law & Justice: PA 150 (Criminal Law), PA 260 (Constitutional Law), PA 235 (Criminal Justice), PA 440 (Judicial Process), etc.
  • Management & Policy: PA 205 (Personnel Admin), PA 225 (Public Policy), PA 340 (Strategic Planning), PA 325 (Fiscal Admin), etc.
  • Non-Profit/Global: PA 200 (Non-profit Admin), PA 285 (Global Institutions), PA 335 (Fundraising), etc.

NOTE: See the Chair or an Academic Advisor for guidance on selecting the best three courses to fit your career goals.

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Contact Us

Have questions about the program or need help choosing the right path? Reach out — we’re here to support your journey every step of the way.

718.270.5111

Professor Wallace Ford
wford@mec.cuny.edu

1650 Bedford Avenue B-20
Brooklyn, NY 11225